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Domestic violence perpetrated against men in Kigamboni Municipality, Tanzania: evidence from social ecological framework
(Elsevier, 2025) Rugalabam, Jacqueline Moses; Jeckoniah, John Nshimba; Jesse, Angela Mcharo
Domestic violence against men (DVAM) is an underexplored issue globally, especially in patriarchal societies. While most existing studies focus on individual-level factors such as income, age, and education, they often overlook the broader social, cultural, and relational contexts that influence male victimization. This study ad- dresses this gap by examining DVAM through the Social Ecological Model (SEM), which analyses the interplay of individual, relational, and community-level dynamics. A mixed-methods approach combined quantitative data from 133 male victims with qualitative data from focus group discussions and key informant interviews. Multivariate logistic regression analysis identified significant associations between age disparities, income dif- ferences, and power dynamics with psychological, sexual, and financial violence (p < 0.05). Men significantly older than their partners were more likely to experience sexual violence, while men who earned more than their partners faced increased risks of sexual and psychological abuse. The SEM analysis revealed how patriarchal norms and community-level stigma discourage male victims from seeking help, perpetuating cycles of abuse. The study concludes that DVAM in Kigamboni Municipality is driven by entrenched cultural norms and relational conflicts stemming from financial and power imbalances. It recommends gender-neutral legal reforms by the Parliament and Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, community awareness campaigns to reduce stigma led by NGOs and community leaders. These interventions aim to challenge harmful norms, empower male victims, and provide practical solutions for recovery and prevention
How different forms of domestic violence shape men’s responses: unpacking the hidden dynamics of male victimhood in Kigamboni, Tanzania
(African Journal of Social, 2025) Rugalabam, Jacqueline Moses; Jeckoniah, John Nshimba; Jesse, Angela Mcharo
Domestic violence against men remains underreported, with male victims often lacking institutional support and facing barriers to disclosure. This paper examined how men in Kigamboni, Tanzania, respond to physical, sexual, financial, and psychological forms of domestic violence, and whether the type of abuse influences their specific responses. A crosssectional design was employed utilizing a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative data from 133 male victims with qualitative data from focus group discussions and key informant interviews. Binary logistic regression was used to determine whether the type of violence predicted men’s responses, including retaliation, secrecy, reporting, relationship termination, and seeking another partner. Thematic analysis was used to analyze qualitative data. Results show that sexual violence significantly predicted relationship termination (β = 0.292, p < 0.05), infidelity (β = 0.307, p < 0.01), withholding financial support (β = 0.288, p < 0.05), and retaliatory violence (β = 0.346, p < 0.01). Verbal/psychological abuse reduced the likelihood of seeking another partner (β = -0.13, p < 0.05), while financial abuse increased help-seeking from religious leaders (β = 0.205, p < 0.05). Formal reporting to police or social welfare was rare. Qualitative findings revealed that men's responses were shaped by social expectations, emotional strain, and the need to preserve identity and control. The study concluded that men’s responses to domestic violence vary depending on the form of abuse and are influenced by masculinity norms. The findings highlighted the importance of recognizing male victimization and developing context-specific support mechanisms